Dharma Studies in its Semantic, Cultural and Religious History Patrick Olivelle

Dharma: Studies in its Semantic, Cultural and Religious History is a seminal scholarly work exploring the concept of dharma across the breadth of Indian cultural and religious history. Edited by renowned Indologist Patrick Olivelle, this volume brings together nineteen in-depth studies by leading scholars, examining how dharma evolved in meaning and application across different traditions, periods, and regions of the Indian subcontinent.
Moving beyond simplistic or static interpretations, the book presents a nuanced semantic and historical analysis of dharma, highlighting its central role in shaping Indian civilization while also showing how it was reinterpreted, contested, and refined over time. An essential reference for students, scholars, and serious readers of Hinduism, Buddhism, Indology, and South Asian studies.
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